Just when it seems the political season can’t get any more intense, Washington D.C. comedy troupe – The Capitol Steps – comes along to our relieve election-season fatigue with their witty, political commentary. They’ll come out swinging at The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30pm, with …
Read More »September Dock-U-Mentaries Film Series “Counting Fish”
The Dock-U-Mentaries Film Series continues on Friday, September 16th at 7:00 PM with Counting Fish a new documentary film by Don Cuddy. Dock-U-Mentaries is a co-production of New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, and the Working Waterfront Festival. Films about the working waterfront are …
Read More »Your Theatre Presents Opening Show of their 70th Season
On September 8, 2016, Your Theatre, Inc. will open its 70th consecutive season with an eight show run of California Suite, a humorous confection of the misadventures of four groups of guests, by Neil Simon. With a cast of ten South Coast actors, the play is directed by Robin Richard …
Read More »Blues, pop and rock guitarist Quinn Sullivan, joins stellar lineup at the New Bedford Whaling Blues Festival, August 13
Have you heard the name Quinn Sullivan? If you haven’t, he is likely the most famous person you’ve never heard of. If you have heard of him, you’re likely astounded that people haven’t. Blues, pop and rock guitarist Quinn Sullivan was born and raised in New Bedford and has been …
Read More »Newport Folk Festival – another year, another smashing success with world class acts like Norah Jones, Elvis Costello, Violent Femmes, and great local talent
“Raise your arms! Feel your blood pulsing through your hands… This is FREEDOM!!!!” Those were the words of Patti Smith at this year’s Newport Folk Festival, followed by the cheers of fans roaring and shouting, “You’re amazing!,” and “Patti, we love you!!!” It’s no surprise fans were thrilled to see …
Read More »Grammy Award-winner Melissa Etheridge returns to Zeiterion Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, June 29
Grammy Award-winner Melissa Etheridge returns to Zeiterion Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, June 29, at 8 p.m. with her M.E. Solo tour. A limited run in an intimate setting, Melissa will play acoustic guitar, electric guitar, harmonica and piano will perform songs from her latest album, This is M.E. The …
Read More »2016 Feast of the Blessed Sacrament Country Night Entertainment Schedule Sunday August 7, 2016
Stage One 4-5:30 Tyler Cormier Sinatra Tribute 6-7pm Rebecca Correia 7-8pm Raven Cliff 8-9pm Folkloric Group 9-10pm Raven Cliff 10-11:45pm Kristen Merlin Stage Two 7-8pm The Negative Earth Experience 9-10pm The Negative Earth Experience Stage Three 3-6 pm Matt Silva 6pm-8pm Dori Robbicco 8pm-10pm Doug Logan 10pm-11:45pm Molly O’Leary For …
Read More »Zeiterion unites the top Portuguese cultural organizations to create downtown New Bedford’s first festa: “Viva Portugal”
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center is proud present an entire day of programming dedicated to the arts and cultural of Portugal on Saturday, May 7! It begins with “Viva Portugal,” downtown New Bedford’s first “festa” or street fair, from 1:00-7:45PM. This free, family-friendly event features four city blocks, centered at …
Read More »“Doo Wop 12” showcases over 50 years of hits at the Zeiterion Theater on April 16
Whether you enjoyed songs like “This Magic Moment,” “Be My Baby” or “Stay Just a Little Longer” via radios, record collections or multiple viewings of the movie “Dirty Dancing,” you can soon delve into a sonic scrapbook to delight in these classics once more. On April 16, the Zeiterion Theatre …
Read More »Interview with Debra Cash on her “Enchanted Ballet” for the Zeiterion’s Dance Barre Series
Become enchanted again. In our younger years our imaginations were inspired by the wonderment of fairy tales, abounding with characters and plots that captivated us and brought us fantastic adventures. These fascinations can be rekindled when the Zeiterion Theatre welcomes a pair of events that will inform as much as …
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